Abandoned Mine Lands by Region

The BLM's Abandoned Mine Lands program enhances public safety and improves water, soil, and air quality by reducing or eliminating the effects of past hardrock mining in the across BLM-managed lands.  

Through the links below, find information about regional Abandoned Mine Lands projects.

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Alaska AML Projects

Learn more about Red Devil Mine and other major AML projects in Alaska.
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Arizona AML Projects

Abandoned mine sites commonly occur on public land near all of the historic mining districts. Learn more.
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California AML Projects

Learn more about major AML projects in California.
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Colorado AML Projects

Learn more about major AML projects in Colorado.
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Idaho AML Projects

Learn more about how many abandoned mines and major AML projects in Idaho.
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New Mexico AML Projects

Learn more about how many abandoned mines and major AML projects in New Mexico.
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Utah AML Projects

Learn more about how many abandoned mines and major AML projects in Utah.